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Replying to: ukny (Apr 24, 2006 10:59 am)
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Replying to: johnny420 (Apr 26, 2006 6:40 am) |
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I've gotten about 45K miles out of the OEM 215/50 Michelins, but they're about gone. I'm considering a set of Pirelli PZero Nero M&S 225/45's. I realize this tire looses about a 0.4" in profile height and will change the speedometer reading by a little. The guy at Discount Tire said I should check to see if the ABS system on the TSX will need to be changed as a result of the tire circumference/speed being different. Has anyone put P225/45R17's on your TSX? Any issues I should be aware of?
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Replying to: jogee (May 12, 2006 4:50 am) I think the PZero Nero M&S is an excellent choice. It's one of the highest rated all-season tires available. IMO, the size you picked is the perfect choice for an aftermarket upgrade. They'll be a little wider than stock and the sidewall will be a smidge shorter. Your speedometer will read approximately 1.2 MPH low (if you're going 60, the speedometer will indicate 58.8). The only time you encounter problems with ABS, TCS, VSC is when you have one wheel that isn't the same size as the rest. As long as you replace all four at once, you'll be fine.
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Replying to: fedlawman (May 12, 2006 6:08 am) I spent a fair amount of time researching tires before "zero'ing" (pun intended) in on the Pirelli PZero Nero's. I'll report back after I have them on for a while. Perhaps others would like to know my experience with these tires. One point of clarification, I think you got the speedometer reading backwards. With the lower profile tires (less circumference), when the speedometer reads 60 the actual speed will be only 58.8.
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Replying to: jogee (May 13, 2006 6:27 pm) Right you are! That's what I meant to say but I got it backwords in the translation... I am very interested in hearing your feedback on the PZero's. My street wheels have crappy Nitto "high performance" tires on them. I hate them so much I switched to my track wheels/tires (225/50-15 Toyo RA-1) until I decide what to do with them. |
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Replying to: fedlawman (May 14, 2006 8:04 am)  At least that's what it feels like. It's not the same vehicle with Pirelli's. The ride it quieter. It feels like it's got four-wheel steering the way it tracks through curves. I believe the ride is even more comfortable which is surprising since the sidewall is shorter (215/50's vs. 225/45's). After I got the tires installed I went to my Acura dealer and had them filled with PurigeN98. That may be part of the difference too. Anyway, after about 1000 miles I'm very happy with my tire decision. |
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Replying to: jogee (May 25, 2006 5:40 am) |
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Replying to: jogee (May 25, 2006 5:40 am)
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Replying to: lmacmil (May 26, 2006 2:12 pm) 1) 100% nitrogen runs cooler.. May extend tire life (not likely by enough to notice). 2) Tires seem to hold initial pressure longer. This is more of a potential benefit, as most people don't check their tire pressure often enough.. The concepts must have some basis in fact, or race cars wouldn't be using it... Whether that translates to a measurable gain in everyday driving remains debatable.. I don't know if the tire stores are making any money off of it directly. But, the ones that have it, certainly market it, so they may see increased sales.. From the equipment that I've seen in my local chain that offers it, it can't be cheap to set-up. regards, kyfdx Host-Prices Paid Forums
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